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Netherlands hikes defence spending to face new threats

The Netherlands plans to increase defense spending by 10%, enhancing military capabilities in response to threats from Russia, China, and cyberattacks, meeting NATO's 2% GDP target.

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ECB to cut rates next week and December; shallower reductions in 2025: Reuters poll

The ECB plans to cut its deposit rate by 25 basis points in September and December, addressing inflation and economic growth concerns amid predictions of slower rate cuts in 2025.

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Analysis-Bears circle weakening dollar as Fed rate cuts loom

The U.S. dollar is declining due to anticipated interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, potentially impacting global finance and U.S. export competitiveness.

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Dollar eases ahead of US payrolls test

The U.S. dollar weakened amid mixed economic signals and upcoming payrolls data, as investors anticipate potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.

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Dollar weakness to stall as markets over-egg Fed rate cuts: Reuters poll

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U.S. stocks mixed at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average up 0.09%

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Spain stocks lower at close of trade; IBEX 35 down 0.58%

Spain's stock market declined with the IBEX 35 down 0.58%, influenced by losses in multiple sectors and mixed performance among major commodities and currencies.

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Belgium stocks higher at close of trade; BEL 20 up 0.36%

Belgium stocks rose 0.36% led by Consumer Services, Banking, and Pharma sectors, with UCB SA reaching all-time highs and Umicore SA hitting 5-year lows.

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Germany stocks lower at close of trade; DAX down 0.83%

Germany's stocks declined, led by Technology and Software losses, while select stocks hit highs. Commodity and forex markets showed mixed results.

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France stocks lower at close of trade; CAC 40 down 0.98%

France stocks fell, led by losses in Oil & Gas, Technology, and Industrials sectors; notable losers include LVMH and Mersen, while Sanofi and Danone saw gains.